The Mysterious Uffington White Horse – 3000 Years of History - video Dailymotion

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Discover the amazing story of the Uffington White Horse, a 3,000-year-old figure carved into a hillside in Oxfordshire, England. Made by cutting through grass to reveal white chalk, this giant horse has fascinated people for centuries. Why was it made? Who created it? In this video, we explain the history, mystery, and legends around the Uffington White Horse in simple and easy words. We also explore nearby places like Uffington Castle and Dragon Hill, making it a perfect mix of history, nature, and wonder.  If you love learning about ancient places, myths, and beautiful countryside views, this video is for you. Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more amazing stories from the past!  #UffingtonWhiteHorse #AncientMysteries #HistoricEngland #WhiteHorseHill #SimpleHistory #BronzeAge #EnglishHeritage #UffingtonCastle #DragonHill #TravelUK

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00:00Offington White Horse is a large and ancient figure of a horse carved into a hillside in

00:06Oxfordshire, England.

00:08It is made by cutting away the top layer of grass and soil to reveal the white chalk underneath,

00:14which makes the shape stand out clearly.

00:16The horse is very big, about 110 meters long, and can be seen best from the air or from

00:22other nearby hills.

00:24It is believed to be over 3,000 years old, dating back to the Bronze Age.

00:29This makes it one of the oldest hill figures in Britain.

00:32Even though it looks like a horse, some people think it might represent a different animal

00:38or even a mythical creature.

00:40But most experts agree it is a horse because of its shape and name.

00:44No one knows for sure why the Offington White Horse was made.

00:48Some people believe it was created as a symbol to honor a horse or for some kind of religious

00:54reason.

00:55Others think it may have been used as a sign of land ownership or to bring good luck to

01:00the area.

01:01Over the years, local people have helped take care of it by cleaning the chalk lines to keep

01:05the horse clear and bright.

01:07Today, the Offington White Horse is protected as a historic site and is cared by the English

01:13heritage.

01:14It is a popular place for tourists and history lovers who come to enjoy the beautiful views

01:19and learn more about Britain's ancient past.

01:22The area around the Offington White Horse is also full of history and natural beauty.

01:28Close to the horse, there is an old hillside called Offington Castle, which was once used

01:33as a fort.

01:34There is also a place nearby called Dragon Hill, where a legend says that a dragon was killed.

01:40Some people think that the White Horse is connected to these old stories.

01:45The whole place is peaceful and great for walking with wide views of the countryside.

01:51Many families and visitors come here to enjoy the fresh air, take pictures and learn about

01:56the past in a fun and easy way.

The Mysterious Uffington White Horse – 3000 Years of History

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